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PHPRunner is an application development solution designed for web developers, designers, and programmers. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.7/5** | 149 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: XLineSoft - **Founded**: 2001 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$599,00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: United States ## Features - API - Drag & Drop - Graphical User Interface - Integrated Development Environment - No-Code - Pre-built Templates ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [App Development Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30082/application-development/software) ## Related Categories - [App Development Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/30082/application-development/software) - [App Building Software](https://www.capterra.co.za/directory/32016/app-building/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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The platform evolves consistently, and the upcoming 11.3 release with AI and enhanced Intellisense is a major advantage. > > **Cons**: PHPRunner is a very mature platform, and the areas for improvement are minor. Advanced customization can require some learning time, and a few interface sections could be more modern. The new AI features and expanded Intellisense in version 11.3 already address many of these points. > > My experience with PHPRunner has been excellent since the early 2.0 days. It has helped us build stable, efficient applications, including a complex CRM for customer and HR management. The platform is solid, reliable and continuously improving. The move toward AI and advanced Intellisense in 11.3 confirms the strong vision and professionalism of the Xlinesoft team. ----- ### "Intuitive, Feature-Rich RAD Tool for Building Database Front Ends" — 5.0/5 > **Cristian** | *22 March 2026* | Research | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: I use PHPRunner since version 5 (2008) now I am at version 11.2. It is a RAD tool for developing PHP front ends for almost every type of database and I found it extremely easy to use. The interface is intuitive and the flow is natural: tables design, query, security, design, style, events coding. If you are not very proficient in PHP, JS, CSS, HTML the solution still works out of the box for creating a very feature rich front end with CRUD functionalities for your databases. What I like is that you can connect directly or through tunnel to your database and is is extremely easy to implement custom code if you have the knowledge in order to extend the default functionalities. I can insert PHP code snippets directly in pages, add CSS at global level or granular on one page, one control and use events that cover every situation (both server side and client side). The customer support is good - they answer quite fast when you have a problem and there is a quite solid community on their support forums. They also have a market with plugins that extend functionalities or provide integration for very low prices and they simply work . You can also find YouTube channels with tutorials about the functionalities and how to expand them. > > **Cons**: Their integrated help is lacking in some points like documenting some functions, variables, parameters. Their blog could use some more examples with what can you do using PHPRunner > > Front ends for my databases - created using PHPRunner various applications for viewing, manipulating scientific data, displaying statistics, a project management platform based on it, human resources online software and many more. all done with the help of this tool ----- ### "Awesome low code tools with value for money" — 5.0/5 > **Fajar** | *16 March 2026* | Mining & Metals | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Cost-Effectiveness: High value for money with a strong return on investment. Robust Security: Enterprise-grade security features to ensure data integrity. Comprehensive Feature Set: A wide range of built-in tools and functionalities. Rapid Development \& Scalability: Optimized for efficient building and future growth. > > **Cons**: The User Interface needs to be more intuitive. In version 11 using database makes it faster but, It takes more step to extract it to make it able to sync with git repository. > > With 15 years of experience in PHPRunner, I’ve found it to be an invaluable tool for delivering a wide variety of projects. ----- ### "best low/no code platform" — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *13 March 2026* | Accounting | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: stable, easy to use, very good support from company, good pricing, easy to install. while my first trial a was able to release a first project after a weekend - without development skills > > **Cons**: developed front ends should have a more modern look and feel. program database should have an easier way to backup, for such users like me > > I am using it for years in many projects. esp. in the first few years I asked the hotline many times and got always a very fast und good support. ----- ### "PHPRunner, possibilities unlimited" — 5.0/5 > **Jacques** | *12 March 2026* | Government Administration | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: PHPRunner is very easy to use, allowing you to quickly create a user-friendly application. What I really appreciate is that you can then add very specific requirements in PHP or JavaScript. The extensive documentation is also a great help. If you know your code languages ​​there are no limitations > > **Cons**: I actually have no drawbacks. It's very stable and it does what you ask. The limitations are determined by the skills and knowledge of the programmer > > Only after years of use you realize the potential of PHPRunner (desktop/mobile). I've been using it since 2008 and I'm still very satisfied. At least one application per year for both business or personal use. 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